Cardiology/Electrophysiologist Opportunity
The Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Cardiology/Electrophysiologist to join our dedicated team. This is a unique opportunity to provide life-changing care to our nation's Veterans, helping them regain independence, mobility, and quality of life. Columbia offers the perfect blend of small-town comfort and big-city access. Home to the University of Missouri, it boasts a thriving medical community, vibrant arts scene, excellent schools, and beautiful outdoor recreation - from scenic trails to nearby lakes and parks. As a VA physician, you'll enjoy meaningful work, a manageable patient panel, and a collaborative, mission-driven environment. In addition to a stable federal career, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package that supports your personal and professional goals: generous time off, robust retirement options, and resources for continued learning and development.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus) Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment) Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact visn15edrp@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule: Mon- Fri, 7:00am - 4:30pm
Duties
- Perform specialized electrophysiology procedures including catheter ablations, diagnostic EP studies, and implantation and follow-up of pacemakers, ICDs, and cardiac resynchronization devices in accordance with VA protocols. Catheter ablations should include atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and ventricular arrhythmias.
- Provide consultative and longitudinal care for inpatient and outpatient veterans with arrhythmias, in collaboration with primary care providers, cardiologists, and other VA healthcare team members.
- Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and align with VA healthcare system goals.
- Providing clinical consultation to Harry S Truman VAMC clinical staff. Patient caseload may be inpatient, outpatient, or both.
- May work with primary care physicians on a consulting basis when a patient has symptoms that suggest a cardiac issue.
- Interviews, examines, selects diagnostic testing appropriately, and interprets/collates results to coordinate patient care.
- Shares after hour call responsibilities with section physicians in rotation.
- Participate in quality assurance programs and chart reviews
- Complete medical records in accordance with Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the Medical Staff
- Work with CARDIO-VET program which has a goal to reach rural veterans with high quality cardiovascular care